El Cajamar Financial Center Almería has been the headquarters of the 57th General Assembly of the European Cooperative Banking Association (EACB), a strategic meeting that has brought together the leadership of international financial cooperatives to strengthen their presence before European institutions.
The event host, Bernabé Sánchez-Minguet, President of BCC-Cajamar Cooperative GroupThe assembly was chaired by the president of the organization and hosted more than 40 high-level representatives. EACB, Priscile Szeradzki, and its CEO, Nina SchindlerDuring the sessions, attendees from countries such as Germany, Canada, France, Japan, and the United Kingdom exchanged views and made key decisions to highlight the differential values of its banking model.
Cajamar's integration model and its support for the agricultural sector
Within the framework of the assembly, Manuel Villegas, Director General of Corporate Strategy of BCC-Cajamar Group, offered an intervention focused on the model of strong and supportive integration that characterizes the Spanish entity. Villegas He elaborated on the group's historical commitment to financing and promoting innovation in the food industry.
Thanks to this sustained support since its inception, Cajamar Group has managed to consolidate its leadership in this strategic segment:
- Active promotion of agri-food knowledge and innovation.
- Leadership in specialized financing for the sector.
- Getting a national market share exceeding 15%.
The global dimension of the European Cooperative Banking Association
Founded in 1970, the EACB It plays a fundamental role in representing, promoting, and defending the common interests of its members before regulatory bodies. Its 28 member institutions include financial giants such as the French entities. Crédit Agricole y Crédit Mutuel, the dutch Rabobank and the German Bundesverband der Deutschen Volksbanken und Raiffeisenbanken, plus BCC-Cajamar Cooperative Group.
The figures handled by the association reflect the magnitude and systemic relevance of banking cooperatives in the continental economy:
| Indicator | EACB Global Data |
|---|---|
| Cooperative banks represented | 2.400 entities |
| Customer base | 228 million |
| Members | 91 million |
| Labor force | 747.000 employees |
| Commercial network | More than 36.500 branches |
| Market share in Europe | Approximately 20% |
Key points and frequently asked questions about the 57th EACB Assembly
What was the main objective of the 57th EACB Assembly in Almería?
The objective has been to exchange opinions and make strategic decisions to further strengthen the presence of cooperative banking and highlight its work and differential values before European economic and financial institutions.
Which countries have been represented at this international meeting?
The meeting has brought together representatives from Germany, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Italy, South Korea, Luxembourg, Poland, Portugal, Spain, the Netherlands, Japan, the United Kingdom and Switzerland.
What is the weight of cooperative banking in the European market?
The cooperative banking sector, represented by the EACB It holds an average market share in Europe of approximately 20%serving 228 million customers through more than 36.500 branches.
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